Christianity & Islam Review

Question 1

Islam

Answer 1

A Arabic word that means submitting to god

A abrahamic religion and Muslims are strongly Monotheistic

Question 1

Muslim

Answer 1

A person who follows the teachings of Islam “one who submits to God”

Question 2

Muhammad

Answer 2

Muhammad was the messenger of God as the Angel Jabril spoke to him

Also known as the (‘seal of the prophet’) the last prophet

Question 3

Mecca

Answer 3

Is a city in Saudi Arabia

The city was the birthplace of Muhammad (the founder of islam)

Question 4

Medina

Answer 4

Muhammad migrated north to the city of Yathrib, which is now called medina

Question 5

Hijrah

Answer 5

Muhammad moved to Medina and began teaching Islam

Question 6

Mirah

Answer 6

Muslims believe that before leaving Mecca, Muhammad was experiencing the Night journey

Accompanied by angel Jabril, he ascended into heaven

Question 7

Qur’an

Answer 7

The word of God

Question 8

Hadith

Answer 8

Traditions based on the teachings and sayings of the Prophet. They are the second source of law for Muslims; the Qur’an is the first source.

Question 9

Tasbih

Answer 9

Prayer beads in Islam which contain 99 beads as there are 99 names for God.

At times 33 are used but cycled 3 times

Question 10

Masjid

Answer 10

Place of prostration during prayer, muslims briefly kneel and touch their forehead to the floor as a submission to God

Question 11

Shahadah

Answer 11

Islamic belief is captured in their creed, called the Shahadah, which states: “There is no god but God and Muhammad is the Messenger of God.”

Question 12

Hajj

Answer 12

The pilgrimage to Mecca
Must be done at least once in a Muslims lifetime
2-3 million Muslims make the pilgrimage every year

Question 13

Ka’bah

Answer 13

Cube monument that was built by Abraham and his son Ishmael to honor God
Was filled with idols as people in Mecca followed polytheism
Muhammed returned to Mecca from Medina and reclaimed the Ka’bah, removing all

Question 14

Hijab

Answer 14

A headscarf worn as a sign of modesty

Question 15

Star and Crescent

Answer 15

This symbol is used on the national flags of Turkey and Pakistan —two Muslim nations. The history of the symbol dates back to the Roman Empire when the city of Byzantium (later Constantinople and then Istanbul) adopted the crescent moon as a symbolic tribute to Diana, goddess of the hunt.

Question 16

Prostration

Answer 16

the state of lying stretched out on the ground with one’s face downward.

Question 17

Adhan

Answer 17

The ceremony that is performed after a child is born is called the Adhan, which is also the call to prayer that is recited from the minarets in Muslim countries

Question 18

Imam

Answer 18

Muslim prayer leader and teacher

Question 19

Mosque

Answer 19

Muslim place of worship.

Question 20

Rak’ah

Answer 20

Are a set pattern of prayers

Includes several different positions. The Musim stands, bows, kneels and touches the ground with their forehead In this last posture, a Muslim must have seven points if contact with the ground - forehead, 2 hands, 2 knees and 2 feet
Different parts of the prayer are said in each position

Question 21

Wudu

Answer 21

is a ritual cleansing of certain parts of the body, performed prior to salat prayers It is also performed before reading the Qur’an and other religious practices It is intended a an act of purification, to make the person fit to worship Allah Washing is always done in the same order, to make sure that nothing is forgotten
1. Wash hands x3
2. Rinse mouth x3
3. Rinse nose x3
4. Wash face x3
5. Wash arms x3
6. Wipe face x1
7. Wash feet

Question 22

Idolatry

Answer 22

The worshipping of objects, usually sculptures or paintings, as gods.

Question 23

The ‘Life of Muhammad.’
Life: Hard knocks

Answer 23

Father died before he was born mother died when he was 6 yrs

Raised by his grandfather and uncle

Question 24

Career

Answer 24

businessman (trader)

Worked for a wealthy older woman named Khadijah who he married
Married for 25 yrs.
Until she die, he was wealthy and respected

Question 25

Social conscience

Answer 25

Muhammad saw people behaving badly

Rich merchants cheating the poor
Gambling, drinking, fighting and worshiping idols

Muhammad had a preference for monotheism.

Question 26

Revelation, 610 CE

Answer 26

he had a vision.

The Angel Gabriel came to him carrying a cloth and he was commanded to read. Even though Muhammed was illiterate, he still read.

The Angel said “Muhammed you are Allah’s messenger.”

he received the revelations and read them to his followers and they wrote them down and were assembled into the Qur’an.

Question 27

Battle Between Mecca and Madinah:

Answer 27

Madinah defeated Mecca and Muhammad returned, and brought Islam to the city
In 630, Muhammad returned to Mecca and converted the Ka’ba into the central shrine of Islam

Question 28

Profession of Faith (Shahadah)

Answer 28

(creed)

This is the creed of Islam, their statement of beliefs

All Muslims must recite: There is no God but God and Muhammad is the messenger of God.

Shahadah is the simple phrase that all faithful must pronounce.

To convert to Islam, you simply have to recite the Shahada publicly three times and mean it with your whole heart.

Question 29

Mandatory prayer (Salat)

Answer 29

(cult)
Muslims pray five times a day before dawn, mid-day, late afternoon, after sunset, and evening.

Each of these prayer sessions only 3-5 minutes

Prayer consists of reciting verses from the Qur’an and said in Arabic, the language of the revolution.

Prayer can be recited anywhere. On Fridays, Muslims gather in the mosque for communal prayer and a sermon, led by an Imam.

Question 30

Almsgiving (Zakat)

Answer 30

(code)
Means “purifications and growth”
Muslims are required to give 2.5% of their income (If they possess a minimum amount of wealth)

Otherwise, they can give of their time by volunteering.

Question 31

Fasting during Ramadan (Sawm)

Answer 31

Ninth month of the Islamic Calendar
Believed to be the month where angel Jabril first appeared to muhammad
They are asked to fast during daylight hours from food, drinks, smoking, sexual activity and evil thoughts between dawn to sunset
Often gathered to break the fast
Teaches them religion is the most important and to be patient and not give up when things are tough
Makes everyone feel equal as hunger feels the same to poor and rich
Pregnant women, elderly, those with health issues, and if it will affect your job (i.e athlete or surgeon)

Question 32

Pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj)

Answer 32

(community)

Muslims, both male and female, who are healthy and have the financial means, are required to visit Mecca in Saudi Arabia at least once in their lifetime to pray at the sacred Ka’bath

Takes place in the twelfth month of the Islamic calendar

Two million Muslims gather every year in simple white garments to strip away class and culture distinctions so that all are equal before God.
It is a time of reconciliation with God.

Question 33

Eid-al-Adha (Little Eid)

Answer 33

“The festival of Sacrifice” marks Abrahamas submission to the will of God And his willingness to sacrifice his first-born son Ishmael. It marks the end of the Haj. a lamb or goat is sacrificed, and the meat is donated to the poor (zakat).

Question 34

Eid-al-Fitr (Big Eid)

Answer 34

Festival of “the Breaking of the Fast” is held on the 1st day of the 10th month of the Islamic year to celebrate the end of Ramadan
On Eid, all five daily prayers should be said at the mosque, Salat-al-Eid
Friends and families get together to celebrate, eat a big meal and exchange presents and cards.
Money (Zakat-al-Fitr) is given to the poor

Question 35

Mihrab

Answer 35

A small concave niche in the center of the qibla wall that helps indicate the direction of prayer,

Question 36

Qibla Wall

Answer 36

All mosques must face Mecca. The qibla, which means direction in Arabic, helps us locate that direction once in the mosque.

Question 37

Minaret

Answer 37

A tall and slender tower attached to the mosque. The adhan (call to prayer) is osunded t times a day from the top of the minaret.

Question 38

Minbar

Answer 38

The staircase where the Imam or prayer leader will stand to address the community. At Friday prayers, a sermon (Kutbah) is often given by the Imam, the leader of the community; political as well as specifically religious issues may be addressed.

Question 39

Muslim Perspective on the Prophets including beliefs about Jesus

Answer 39

Muslims do not worship Jesus, but they do believe that he was a prophet or messenger of God and he is called the Messiah in the Quran.

Question 40

Milestone of Birth

Answer 40

Muslim view of a newborn: Muslims view a newborn as pure and free of sin, a blessing and responsibility entrusted by God.
Ceremony after birth: The ceremony is called Aqiqah, performed in gratitude for the newborn.
Words whispered to the child: The Adhan (call to prayer) is whispered into the baby’s right ear.

Question 41

Milestone of Marriage

Answer 41

Aqiqah ceremony: In Aqiqah, the family sacrifices an animal, gives charity, and celebrates the child’s birth with family and friends.
Purpose of marriage: Marriage in Islam serves as a partnership to support love, stability, and raise a family within a moral framework.

Question 42

Milestone of Death

Answer 42

Approach to death: Muslims approach death as a natural part of life and believe it leads to an afterlife where they are judged by God.
Practices at death and beliefs: After death, the community performs ritual washing, enshrouding, and burial, with the belief that the soul transitions to the afterlife, awaiting God’s judgment.